DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 

BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS 
701 S. COURTHOUSE ROAD, SUITE 1001 
ARLINGTON, VA 22204-2490 

Docket No: 1864-17 

Dear : 

This is in reference to your application for correction ofyour naval record pursuant to the 
provisions ofTitle 10, United States Code, Section 1552. 

A three-member panel ofthe Board for Correction ofNaval Records, sitting in executive session, 
considered your application on 27 October 2017. The names and votes ofthe members ofthe 
panel will be furnished upon request. Your allegations oferror and injustice were reviewed in 
accordance with administrative regulations and procedures applicable to the proceedings ofthis 
Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted of your application, together 
with all material submitted in support thereof, relevant portions ofyour naval record, and 
applicable statutes, regulations, and policies. Additionally, the Board considered the advisory 
opinion (AO) provided by Headquarters, Marine Corps (MMRP-13/PERB), a copy ofwhich was previously sent to you. See enclosure. 

After careful and conscientious consideration ofthe entire record, the Board found the evidence 
submitted was insufficient to establish the existence ofprobable material error or injustice to 
remove the fitness report covering from your Official Military to 
Personnel File. The Board considered your contention that the fitness report grades do not match 
the word picture. The Board also considered your contention that the report significantly 
deviates from your previous report with regards to markings, but the word picture is consistent 
with your previous performance. The Board substantially concurred with the AO. Per MCO 
1610.7, each report is for a finite period and an accurate report must reflect an assessment of 
performance ofassigned duties and responsibilities. The Reporting Senior (RS) has no 
obligation to mirror a prior fitness report assessment if Petitioner's performance is not consi.stent. 
The Board found that you had not corroborated your contention that the RS's assessment was 
unfair and inaccurate. Accordingly, your application has been denied. 

It is regretted that the circumstances ofyour case are such that favorable action cannot be taken 
at this time. You are entitled to have the Board reconsider its decision upon the submission of 
new and material evidence. New evidence is evidence not previously considered by the Board. 
In this regard, it is important to keep in mind that a presumption ofregularity attaches to all 
official records. Consequently, when applying for a correction ofan official naval record, the 
burden is on the applicant to demonstrate the existence ofprobable material error or injustice. 

Sincerely, 


Executive Director